TIMES2 Academy Student Transportation Services RFP 2025-08
Times2 Elementary SchoolSchool · Providence, RI- Due
- Jun 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Lucas Lussier
The 30-second brief
TIMES2 Academy is soliciting proposals for student transportation services under RFP 2025-08. The selected vendor will provide daily home-to-school, special education (McKinney-Vento), athletic, field trip, and extracurricular transportation for approximately 727 students. Requirements include a modern technology platform featuring real-time GPS tracking, automated vehicle location (AVL), and a parent-facing mobile application. The vendor must furnish all labor, qualified drivers, dispatching, fuel, maintenance, and insurance. A mandatory 95% on-time performance standard is required. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Proposals are due by June 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year extensions.
Understanding of Scope of Work (35%), Firm & Staff Experience (15%), Technology & GPS Platform (15%), Price/Fees (50%), Proposal Completeness (5%)
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Summary
TIMES2 Academy is soliciting proposals for student transportation services under RFP 2025-08.
The selected vendor will provide daily home-to-school, special education (McKinney-Vento), athletic, field trip, and extracurricular transportation for approximately 727 students. Requirements include a modern technology platform featuring real-time GPS tracking, automated vehicle location (AVL), and a parent-facing mobile application. The vendor must furnish all labor, qualified drivers, dispatching, fuel, maintenance, and insurance. A mandatory 95% on-time performance standard is required. A virtual pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Proposals are due by June 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Bidder Certification Form
- Contract Offer
- Company background
- Fleet specifications
- Pricing proposal
- References
- Insurance certificates
- Licenses
REQUIRED STAFFING
Bus Monitor
- Submit to
- TIMES2 Business Office, 50 Fillmore Street, Providence, RI 02908
- Scope location
- Providence, RI
- Reported agency
- TIMES2 Academy
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Times2 Elementary School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: TIMES2 Business Office, 50 Fillmore Street, Providence, RI 02908. For questions, contact Lucas Lussier.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Times2 Elementary School in RI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Lucas Lussier. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Bus Monitor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Understanding of Scope of Work (35%), Firm & Staff Experience (15%), Technology & GPS Platform (15%), Price/Fees (50%), Proposal Completeness (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Times2 Elementary School?
All active and historical solicitations from Times2 Elementary School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Times2 Elementary School regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bidder Certification Form, Contract Offer, Company background, Fleet specifications, Pricing proposal, References, Insurance certificates, Licenses. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Times2 Elementary School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Providence, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.